67 m. ago Air India plane fuel switched off before crash that killed 260, preliminary report says

Initial findings into the crash involving a London Gatwick-bound flight revealed two vital fuel switches were switched off

Events

71 m. ago UK heatwave advice as boffins say we should turn our homes into cool 'caves'

Boffins have responded to the amber heat health alerts across the UK this weekend by telling us to turn our homes into "caves" to cool down using a few simple tips

Society

1 hour ago Air India crash investigation 'suggests pilot error after no plane fault found' as preliminary report published

Initial findings into the crash involving a London Gatwick-bound flight revealed two vital fuel switches were switched off

Events

2 h. ago 8 tips to stay cool at night during a heatwave as Scots to face 32C weather

Night time temperatures will remain in the late teens or twenties during the heatwave, according to forecasters.

Society

3 h. ago Oasis fans make safety plea to Liam Gallagher as he takes to stage in heatwave

Liam Gallagher took to the Heaton Park stage tonight in his classic Oasis attire as the band played in their hometown - however, it left some fans concerned for the star

Politics

4 h. ago Temperatures set to peak on Saturday as country bakes in summer’s third heatwave

Highs of 34C or more are possible in parts of the UK on Saturday as the summer’s third heatwave takes hold.

Politics

5 h. ago Scots to face scorching 32C weather tomorrow as heatwave intensifies

The Met Office's most recent heatwave update suggests conditions will be even hotter than previously forecast.

Society

5 h. ago Britain on high alert for wildfires as sweltering heatwave hits 32C with more than six million homes banned from using hosepipes

The London Fire Brigade said that the risk of wildfires in the capital was 'severe', as firefighters managed to extinguish a grass fire in Wanstead Flats in the east of the city this afternoon.

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6 h. ago Scotland heatwave: Demand for maximum workplace temperature as accidents warning issued

Scotland is bracing for a heatwave - but what are the rules if you are working?

Events

7 h. ago Penguin chicks cool off during heatwave with dip in zoo’s pool

Penguin chicks at London Zoo have been making the most of the pool.

Society

7 h. ago Heatwave latest: 'Killer' hot weather alert for London as capital braces for hosepipe ban and wildfire breaks out

Temperature hits 32C in London at 4pm as South East Water announces domestic hosepipe ban from July 18

Events

7 h. ago London hosepipe ban looms as heatwave sparks amber health alert and wildfire burns

London hosepipe ban looms as heatwave sparks amber health alert and wildfire burns  London Evening Standard

Events

7 h. ago These cheap and easy hacks will make your perfume last much longer in the heatwave

It's one of the greatest beauty injustices: when the weather's hot and you need your perfume to really perform, it sweats off faster than ever.

Politics

8 h. ago £16 handheld fan that comes with a torch and powerbank is a heatwave must

'This fan is amazing. Such a relatively small product (fits in your pocket or bag) but is so powerful!'

Economics

8 h. ago Met Office issues verdict on when UK heatwave will end as temperatures reach 34C

Heat health warnings have been issued as temperatures climb across the UK

Society

8 h. ago Scotland Sizzles into BBQ Season with Outdoor Upgrades and Taste

As Scotland heats up for another summer, new research shows it’s not just the weather that’s getting warmer - it's the nation’s love for barbecuing.

Politics

8 h. ago Heatwave and dolphin double whammy give seaside town its best summer in 60 years

The repeated heatwaves have left Brits sweltering but given a much needed boost to Britain's tourist towns and cities, with Scarborough enjoying its best summer in 60 years

Politics

8 h. ago These five common medications make it harder to cope in the heat

Some commonly prescribed drugs can interfere with the body’s mechanisms to regulate temperature

Politics

8 h. ago TRNSMT day one as thousands descend on Glasgow Green with 50 Cent set to headline

Around fifty thousand fans descended on the festival from midday to enjoy the mini heatwave and get their space to watch headliner 50 Cent.

Politics

8 h. ago Viral Korean SPF that 'sells every minute' 35% less on Amazon ahead of heatwave

The "number one sunscreen worldwide" just got a huge Amazon prime discount.

Politics